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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Stiffness In Ribcage After Fall
I tripped and fell a few days ago, landing on my side...no visible injury other than a sensitive and somewhat stiff area along my side...rib cage area. Only hurts when I am laying down or sitting down and try to get up. Advil not working nor is Tylenol with codeine. Would the injury be considered an inflammation? I have Meloxicam 15mg left over from an injury at the gym 6 mos ago that caused inflammation.
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
show an orthopedic doctor first.
get an x-ray done.
a possible treatment with chest strapping or splinting may be required.
do not ignore and no self treatment
get an x-ray done.
a possible treatment with chest strapping or splinting may be required.
do not ignore and no self treatment
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